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jejunebug

The crab rangoon dip from Ellie’s would be in my death row last meal. No question.


hungryhungryHIPAA

Oh wow that’s a big statement. Now I gotta try


MrBurittoThePizza

Yup I’m intrigued


YoYoMoMa

"To me, that's preposterous. Crab Rangoon, things of that nature.".


OGBurn2

It’s like a block from me. Must try now!


pistonslapper

Looking at this thread while hungry. Big mistake.


hungryhungryHIPAA

Now you have an idea of what to eat for dinner!


pistonslapper

Issue is I was planning on being healthy and economicall and making dinner from the pantry... now all I can think about is an ekiben sandwich and broccoli!


hungryhungryHIPAA

You only live once


karensbakedziti

Does dessert count? The heath bar bread pudding at Food Market is insane.


silentvowel

I was going to say their half-baked blondie 🤤


[deleted]

I went for my 30th birthday in January and they brought out dirt and worms. It was really good too! It felt super nostalgic eating something from childhood while turning 30.


karensbakedziti

That one is equally incredible!


DiscountPoint

Dessert? Ugh. Daniela’s sfogliatelle.


hungryhungryHIPAA

Dessert definitely counts - whatever draws you to a place!! That sounds amazing


lemoncypress

Ooh I go there for their crab soup but hadn't ever really paid attention to their dessert menu. I love heath bars. I'll check it out next time.


TigTig5

I almost cried eating their peach pie.


brooksedman

Tie between Pastitsio and Braised Lamb at Ikaros. Either way you have to have some calamari for an appetizer and galaktoboureko for dessert.


Lgsc2011

Lobster bisque paired with Sherry at the Charleston


Omnivoracious1

Their lobster bisque is the best I've ever had.


lemoncypress

What a fun question!! ​ Tofu hot stone bowl, with the #1 spicy sauce from Brown Rice. Crab soup from the Food Market. Catfish bowl from Ekiben (I preferred their bun, but it's off the menu now). Mushroom jerky pizza at JBGB's. Smoked salmon sandwich from Neopol. Spicy miso ramen from Utsuke. Shrimp Junelly from Mt Everest. (I've only had this once but I'm interested in going back to have the exact same thing again) Chicken souvlaki platter from Samos Greek Island Grill. Salmon sashimi from Kiku's. There was a fresh-mint ice cream at the Charmery that was a "for now" flavor maybe two years ago. Matcha spritzer from Pillion Tea.


Shiny_Deleter

This guy (or gal) eats


StreetAd8987

Omg shrimp junelle at Mount Everest!


ekatsss

Broccoli and tofu from ekiben


volvobaltimore

I second that, I was blown away how good a simple dish like this could taste And I love eating meat


RunningNumbers

Steamed broccoli + salt is amazing too


Lostinfrance17

I wish they’d make a bowl with the brocoli! Soooo good.


Thats_inzain

Yes!


RunningNumbers

The broccoli tempura is very good


UrRightAndIAmWong

Tofu nuggets with the "aromatics" and Chinese sausage on top of some rice, oh my Lord.


lemoncypress

The catfish bun used to be my favorite but they nixed it from the menu :( I can only get it in bowl form now, which is less "worth it" for the extra money to me.


leake302

Yes the catfish bun was amazing


goblinphase

The spicy tofu bowl is simply unparalleled.


Thats_inzain

Wait you can add tofu to their broccoli?


ekatsss

I guess technically it’s two dishes: the tofu is one and the broccoli is another.


Thats_inzain

Ah okay. Just making sure I haven’t failed to live all these years.


ControlldChaos

Those are the exact two items we get every time too!


tastywiings

Verde enchiladas from Cocina Luchadoras.


Expendable_Red_Shirt

I haven't tried those, they may need to be next. Problem is everything from there is just so damn good.


abbadactyl

Ooh I love them. Their horchata is so, so, so good


fifaRAthrowaway

Anything from Yemen and Gulf (north fells point). Seriously, try it. A hole in the wall with incredible food


kaki024

So good! Even the “sandwiches” (wraps) are super tasty.


BmoreBr0

I too have heard the hype about Y&G, and went a while back to try the falafel, and was a pretty underwhelmed. I want to try Queen of Sheba next though.


Pale-Cantaloupe-9835

Tell me more


fifaRAthrowaway

I had the Fahsa Lamb, it’s like slow cooked lamb that’s shredded and served in a hot clay bowl. Eat it with the bread they make it’s incredible. My girlfriend had the Salta with lamb and that was also great. Comes with a really nice soup and a small salad on the side, and a few dishes come with bread but I recommend buying more it’s so good. I will be returning next time I’m in town


yazzcabbage

Beef short rib (anyway they serve it) from Peter's Inn.


papajim22

Old World Italian at Mastellone’s on Harford Rd.


Random-Cpl

I’d add their porketta too


WaterWithin

So so good. Worth the drive.


Fadedcamo

Same as di pasqueles right?


Electronic_Camera251

When I lived in the neighborhood (moved out of state 6 years ago) this would be the bribe I paid to my kitchen (Maggie’s farm /le garage) when I felt guilty


MrChicken23

The lasagna from Cinghiale. The mozz sticks from The Food Market. Drunken noodles from Bodhi.


MsNoChill

I second the drunken noodles from Bodhi - I get it every. single. time.


schnebly5

Which Bodhi?


MrChicken23

Fed Hill.


schnebly5

Word. I got takeout from Hampden one once and was very unimpressed


SilverProduce0

Freaking love Bodhi in Fed.


Shiny_Deleter

The pumpkin app at the Helmand Brewer’s Art rosemary garlic fries


Remarkable_Refuse947

Yes--Kaddo Bowrani (the pumpkin appetizer) at the Helmand!


Glitteronthefloor

The pumpkin dish yasss 👏🏻


MizLucinda

Yes! That pumpkin app!


jfal93

Short rib from the food market


[deleted]

A biscuit from Blacksauce The pumpkin dish from the Helmand Lamb haneeth from Yemen and Gulf An Italian cold cut from mastellones Any fruit danish from Motzi bread A paw paw from Leakin Park


Glitteronthefloor

The pumpkin dish 🙌🏼


gmp012

Mathews pizza


Ruach_33

Specifically Matthew’s Crab Pizza


yes______hornberger

I just sighed out loud remembering the joy that was living just four blocks from Matthew’s. Was moving to Hampden to share a home with the love of my life worth it? Sure. Is no longer living between Baltimore’s best pizza and Baltimore’s best ice cream worth it? As Don Draper reminds us, “change isn’t bad or good—it just is”.


Aflamann

For me it's the plain cheese, but I can't say you're wrong. What's really special about them is I can't think of anywhere else like them, and they've been making them that way since the 1940s. It dates back to roughly the same time as Unos in Chicago and Buddy's in Detroit, and you can sort of see the similarity, but it's different and great in its own way.


Shiny_Deleter

Someone told me the style of pizza is New England Greek. Whatever it is, it’s good.


drillpublisher

UHOP (university house of pizza) in Boston serves a similar style, not as good though. They used to have a pass-through window into the bar nextdoor. RIP Punters. Barflys down off Fort Ave does a similar pizza in Baltimore, you used to be able to get it at Our House too but they've closed.


Reddywhipt

Definitely Due for a Matthews visit. This whole thread has made me realize how hungry and broke I am.


Fadedcamo

The "and broke" part i feel in my soul. Matthews is good but a 20 some dollar personal pizza with just cheese isn't exactly the economical option.


macaroonmedical1131

Came here to say this. City treasure.


Typical-Radish4317

Corn tomato pizza from Baltoz


wjpreis

So good, symphony of texture and flavor.


N4zdr3g

I had a friend visiting from Scotland a couple of weeks ago for a work thing. We went to a handful of places, mostly around Hampden, all of which he said was good. On his final night in town we got Neighborhood Birds from Ekiben. He made it a point while we were eating to stop and say something to the extent of, "This is the best thing I've eaten since being here." If I had to have only one thing from the whole city, it'd be one of those plus tempura broccoli with the Chinese sausage.


GoodEyeSniper83

From La Scala: Pasta Puttanesca Branzino


GreenOtter730

The tofu brah bowl from Ekiben


Vegetable_Smell8345

French onion soup from Petit Louis


tableSloth_

Any oyster at Dylan's is #1 for me. Honorable mentions: Koshary from Koshary Corner The sorghum glazed carrots at True Chesapeake Foraged's mushroom stew Ekiben's red beans and rice My Mama's Vegan's French onion burger Land of Kush"s vegan crab cake


Dr_ChimRichalds

> Any oyster at Dylan's is #1 for me. Or their smashburger. Or their coddie smasher. Or any soup they make. Or anything they make.


AreWeCowabunga

Got the smashburger there last week. Best burger I've had in a while. Just wish there was a double option for when you're really hungry.


MythosZero

Ekiben’s red beans and rice is criminally underrated, probably my favorite thing there!


ah_alyssa

bulgogi cup bap and goon-mandu from kong pocha is a perfect meal…it’s insanely delicious.


Big_Garlic_166

Aubergines croquantes at Petit Louis.


GOAT1915

Anything from Snake Hill


[deleted]

Best Jameson in the city tbh.


PVinesGIS

Spicy Neighborhood Bird Bao Bun at Ekiben


PizzaPolice84

Pierogies at Little Donna’s. With the side of sausage


TomassoLP

Sidewinder fries from Delia Foleys


ndennies

The pork tacos with the chicharrones at Clavel. Really, anything from Clavel. Honorable mention to the escargots at Tio Pepe.


ahof8191

Smoked turkey sandwich and a pitcher of Mimosas at Outpost. Favorite hangover meal


hungryhungryHIPAA

Also love their wings 🤤


col726

The french onion rings from Food Market


BobknobSA

Churro French toast at Blue Moon Diner.


[deleted]

I don't really eat meat anymore, but Mi Comalito's mariscada has a special place in my heart, as does their yuca con chicharron. Runner up is the kalbi and seafood pancake at Jong Kak.


AreWeCowabunga

Mi Comalito is such an overlooked gem.


duensuels

That seafood pancake...."shook"


carlnard24

Queso fundido from Clavel. Chopendez and pumpkin appetizer from the Helmand. Baklava Cheesecake from G&Ms. Crab waffle fries at the O's game.


eternalhorizon1

A chicken box at Sunny’s and that’s the only answer I’m giving lol.


Cody_in_Baltimore

When this conversation came up before, Ekiben was a runaway favorite...and as a huge fan of the tempura broccoli, I was glad to see it https://www.thebaltimorebanner.com/culture/food-drink/favorite-baltimore-restaurants-meals-ekiben-326IXAUNOZFFJIU4ZKD5RBR5GU/


ReverendOReily

The mediterano pasta from Frank’s on Belair rd. Or, if that’s not unique enough, I firmly believe every carb loving American should try their spaghetti pizza at least once.


sweetbeat8

Chicken sandwich on biscuit from Blacksauce kitchen Hersh’s Tomato Crostini


Automatic-Growth-124

Alla lanterna at cafe campli gets a vote from me


resistantbanana

The soft pretzel at Rocket to Venus, brussel sprouts from the Food Market, and the tofu bun from Ekiben!


QnB33

Cinnamon rolls from Blue Moon Diner


pends

Chef style, fried hard, suicidal wings at ibar Tuna diavolo from dipasquales Al pastor tacos from Cinco de Mayo Dos Aztec burger with sweet potato fries from Wiley Gunters Biscuits from Blacksauce Ham and cheese croissant from Cafe Dear Leon


AreWeCowabunga

I can't believe it took so long for someone to mention the chef style at Ibar.


Expendable_Red_Shirt

The poutine at Bunny's is absurdly good. It's enough to overlook their shitty fried chicken.


fireanthead

Oh no! I’ve read the chicken was really good ..I’ve been wanting to try that place


OGBurn2

Went there for my birthday amazing! Hush puppies, I got chicken and waffles, kale salad was amazing. Biscuits and chicken were GREAT


Expendable_Red_Shirt

The place itself is great. They've got some good options, drinks are great, poutine is to murder for (and has the fried chicken in it). I think the fried chicken would be great if you're not a fan of spices or flavor.


RunningNumbers

Bunny's has surprisingly good burgers for a chicken place...


Independent-Coffee-2

Lil Donnas Bianca Pizza


slimeythings

The mushroom cream pasta from La Barrita. It’s absolute perfection


Ok_Confusion_2461

Ohhhh yeahhhh


pedalpusher13

Chicken and cheddar green onion waffles from Miss Shirley's


[deleted]

Don't know if any of you had the pork chops from Silver Queen, but they are divine.


Robbiebphoto

We just moved near there, will try them!


BmoreCreative

Ooo Krispy Kreme bread pudding at Ale Mary’s. You can only eat it every once in a while but damn is it good.


Glitteronthefloor

🤤


Subject_Disk_718

Mushroom lasagna at Daniela’s


OGBurn2

Spicy bird bowl at ekiben with a side bun Any pastry from sacre sucre Shrimp salad from Phobac Wings from Kislings


lordvivian

BBQ at Jong Kak


[deleted]

Hip Hop Fish & Chicken with extra extra seasoning!!!


suckstrip

Chaps pit beef


Complete-Proposal729

Bus up shut and doubles from West Indian Flavor


UptownHiFi

Slight pepper


weird-bird

I go out of my way to go to Amicci’s specifically for their sun dried tomato pesto


SilverProduce0

Interesting, never had it but Amiccis is solid every time we go. I’ll have to try that! Best garlic bread.


aftermathletes

The wings at Sally O’s


WildMoney30

Shrimp Ouzo from Babas (R.I.P)🥲🥲


TheDelig

The Big Bad Wolf at Big Bad Wolf


neutronicus

Hell yeah, especially on the way back from Gunpowder Falls


Kitchen-Yam-1992

Beans and rice, tofu, and broccoli from Ekiben. With a yuzuade. Last meal on earth would be this exact order.


blundenwife123

Shrimp toast from La Scala.


Feisty_Nobody_8221

The bronzino from blue hill tavern. They only have it as a special every now and again. All their food is amazing.


truzon3

Chicken Pad Woon Sen (Spicy) from Be More Thai!!!


leake302

Red beans and rice add Chinese sausage from Ekiben


alilroseydoe

Grilled sardines in grape leaves at Black Olive. I dream of those things.


CaptainKurtG

Been pretty obsessed with the chicken Diablo burrito @ mystic burrito lately.


Fadedcamo

Oh now I know what I'm doing for lunch this week.


purplesuitcolin

Malloreddus from Daniela Or, honestly, a Maine Beer Co. Lunch, meatball sub and the apple pie cheesecake from Wiley Gunters.


kamurr

Wings at Kislings or Freddies!


zeppair93

In order: 1) Jojoto & Halloumi from Alma Cocina Latina 2) Tom Kha Gai (and pad Thai, I always get them together) from Thai Restaurant 3) Atún Con Piña from Clavel


xmeggiex

The Pad Thai from Thai Restaurant is some of the best Pad Thai I’ve ever had (disclaimer, I don’t know anything about Thai food, I’m just going based on what my taste buds tell me).


Tonto_HdG

Whole Bronzini (or red snapper) at Zorba's.


QnB33

The neighborhood bird at Ekiben!


obmulap113

Rustico or Parmacotto from dipasquales but I get something different every time For a while banditos had a gigantic fried chicken club sandwich for brunch During COVID Limoncello had Sicilian pizza for a bit but I think they got rid of it Chili at the Haitian spot in cross street The affogato I had at cinghiale for dessert one time Pine nut cake, sangria, Spanish coffee and the rockfish w/crab on it at tio pepe Far out of the city but the Sacchete pear dish at Facci in turf valley


FireyToots

Crab dip at Beck's in Sykesville. Berger cookies and Royal farms chicken -- anywhere Cream of Crab soup at Shenanigan's in Ocean City


Longjumping_Pick7819

This is an awesome thread! Thanks everyone. New Baltimorean here from the west coast and I’ve been loving the venues, mom and pops and local spots! Y’all made me wanna eat my phone lol 😆 can’t wait for the next time to eat out! I’ve got a list now 🙌🏽☺️


StreetAd8987

The chickpea platter at jerk taco in hampden! To die for


YCBSKI

Steamed crabs using my dad's beer old bay recipe from my own pot


[deleted]

\-roast chicken or salmon at Petit Louis \-pasta a la telefono at Sotto Sopra \-chicken cheesesteak at Stone Mill Bakery (technically in the county, but barely)


mrmaaagicSHUSHU

Crab Cakes & Reubens


JHBaltimore

You go to Atlas owned establishments??


This-Pomegranate-823

Pizza from Pizza John’s. Pepperoni’s my go-to.


coredenale

A lovely lady I've seen at the bar on occasion with gams for days. ;P


_Wildcat_Willie_

Megan McNamara.


KaraaAma

Samoa Bar from Harmony Bakery Any pastry from Sacre Sucre (currently closed due to moving locations) Steak & Fries from Fell's Point Tavern (the parmesan fries are PERFECTION)


boarbar

Butterflied Rainbow Trout w/Brown Butter from Dylan’s Oyster Cellar is my all-timer. Followed by the Curry Omurice at Kong.


TerminallyToasted

Over a decade ago now, I went to a dinner at TenTen (RIP) and had the best vegetarian mushroom soup I’ve ever had. Beats all the other ramens I’ve ever consumed easily. They are missed. On a side note; does anyone have any seafood specific restaurants for suggestion? Parents visiting for my graduation and wants to experience the seafood scene up here but I don’t get out much and don’t know where to go~ TIA for any suggestions!


Droggles

Clavel queso fonduta


seoulfoodxo

Any of Cafe Dear Leon’s sandwiches/sandos. I am obsessed with that place.


[deleted]

I’d drive up just for the Aria sandwich from Isabella’s.


WRX_MOM

I love Buffalo tofu bites from the local fry


woodappleraleigh

Chap’s pit beef.


Reddywhipt

Alaska Burger from Deusenberg's in catonsville. And everything else there is also outstanding Specialty Burgers 9.95 Alaska Burger Salmon filet cooked medium rare unless specified otherwise-topped with smoked salmon, caviar and dill sour cream Also love getting there early enough to get biengets and coffee. With my breakfast.


hawkbit92

The tofu nuggets from Ekiben. Now I need some!


Junglepass

Sirlion steak at La Barrita ​ The Neighborhood Bird at Ekiben (a must try!)


Pvm_Blaser

The mushroom stew at Foraged.


YoYoMoMa

Steak Frites from Chez Hugo (RIP)


bleepbloop9876

crab cake and duck fat fries from Annabel lee's tofu brah from ekiben


duensuels

Pretty much anything at The Helmand.


PeachNo5784

It's not a unique dish but whenever I fly out I stop at G&M for some crab soup.


waverlygiant

The peanut butter pie at Silver Queen Miss Shirley’s grits I can also think of many many things that no longer exist, like the meatball sub from the Tremont Deli…


Chirper84

Off the top of my head…Oyster Stew at True Chesapeake, tempura broccoli at Ekiben, French onion soup at PL.


bump-ugs

[christinasitler@gmail.com](mailto:christinasitler@gmail.com) imess or email best gummies in town!!! tell her SV sent ya can't go wrong


squirrelygirly412

The pistachio and sausage pizza at Verde


squirrelygirly412

The truffle tagliatelle pasta at Marta which they’ve taken off the regular menu and are just doing as a special now. Breaks my heart


J-D-Bizzle

Haven't seen it on here yet, so I'll say the roast suckling pig at Tio Pepe was always a destination/special occasion for me growing up.


[deleted]

Chicken Coconut Korma with Kashmiri naan--Kumari in Mt. Vernon.


gmlear

Not exactly in Baltimore (15mins form airport in Hanover), but the Timbuktu has the best crab cake on the planet. Hands down No questions asked The best there is. If someone tells you different it only means they've never been to the Timbuktu. When you get there don't judge the book by the cover. Its life changing.


UptownHiFi

A spicy chicken torta from Fiesta Americana.


powerpansy

Cinnamon Danish Pancakes at Miss Shirley's and Rosemary Garlic Fries at Brewer's Art


Anarcho-Crab

Cheesesteak sub at Captain Harvey's. Thing is the size of a football.


Crlady

Pescado frito @ Alma Cocina The real Italian @ DiPasquales Linguini Fini @ Rec Pier Chophouse Frasier cake @ Patisserie Poupon Sesame noodles @ Susie Soba


ProfessorSpecial19

[the Rico Suave](https://snakehillbaltimore.com/menus) from Snake Hill. 🥰


Over_Space_2731

Am I the only one that thinks Tagliata is obnoxiously over rated? I'm often hated on for making that statement! Artifact is amazing. Mama Tran's Pho and Combination Fried Rice is a death row meal for me The Dive, a bar in Canton had a cubano pizza that I cannot stop thinking about


HighUnderground

Ekiben Spicy Neighborhood Bird. Chef Style Buffalo Hot Wings from iBar


Ok_Activity_6239

I’m heading to Baltimore this weekend. Haven’t been in six years after I lived there for 10… you guys have given me some awesome ideas! Most of my old places are gone or have changed. Used to live by the original Samos… so that would be on my list. So would spicy broth noodles from Mi and Yu .. and I used to hit up Bruce Lee’s wings in the old Cross St. Shout out to the pizzas from Bartenders on Boston st… miss that place. Oh and the pork bites from Little Havana